technics sl 1700?

Talweh
Talweh Posts: 149
edited January 2010 in 2 Channel Audio
I was reading in the other thread that sl12xx and sl1300 were good entry level, I wonder if the 1700 also enjoys the same recommendation... I found one at a reasonable price, but if it sucks,I'll pass on it. Just wanted the experts opinions before I commit. Thanks in advance, Tal
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited January 2010
    I have a 1300 and my father in-law has a 1700 and they look identical. What is a reasonable price ?
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • Talweh
    Talweh Posts: 149
    edited January 2010
    40 bucks. Seemed more than reasonable for a decent (or better than decent) TT since I have paid more than that for crappy ones in the past. But I am tired of buying things, and I want to get stuff that I can hang onto for a bit...
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited January 2010
    $40 is a good deal if it works and can hold a constant speed. There is a owners manual at vinylengine.com.

    DOes it come with a cart and headshell ? Can you listen to it before buying.

    I bought my 1300 from original owner who had it serviced and checked out for $90 with a working although old cart.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • Talweh
    Talweh Posts: 149
    edited January 2010
    Yes on the cart, I don't know what a headshell is (dustcover?) But I can try it first
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited January 2010
    Headshell is what the cart mounts to that is connected to the tonearm. Headshell is removable. Make sure you read up on cart alignment. If you have a microscope look at the stylis and clean as required.

    Lots to learn about TTs.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • Talweh
    Talweh Posts: 149
    edited January 2010
    I guess... thanks for the quick and thorough help!
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  • refinedsound
    refinedsound Posts: 26
    edited January 2010
    http://www.turntabletech.com/knowledge.htm

    You might find this link helpful! I have owned a few of the Technics Direct Drive turntables and they are quality units, cartridge selection is important and often the most costly part of acquiring a used turntable. Good luck.

    Karl
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,804
    edited January 2010
    If it doesn't hold constant speed, dirty speed (pitch) adjustment pots are frequently the culprit on old Technics tts. This is (usually) easily rectified with a schpritz of CAIG DeOxit and giving the pots a good workout. I don't know about the DD Technics (as I recall the SL-1700 is DD, yes?) but many of the belt drives have two sets of speed controls -- there's a fine adjustment on the outside, accessible to the user, but also a pair of pots inside (drop the bottom to access, at least on the ones I've worked on) to set speed ranges. All four (if so equipped) need cleaning.



    EDIT Manual &c. available at http://www.vinylengine.com/library/technics/sl-1700.shtml (registration required)
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